Angkor Wat travel tips

Angkor Wat in Cambodia is a unique experience for many travelers from all over the world. No wonder, every year come more than 2 million visitors in a hotel or guesthouse in Siem Reap, to look at Angkor Wat and other temples in the region. Here you will find the most important travel tips at a glance.

Perfect stay for Angkor Wat

In the Archaeological Park not far from Siem Reap there next to Angkor Wat many more temples to admire. Many visitors look at only the most famous sights and choose the one-day visit. Longer stays are recommended if you want to explore more intensive the temples and the history of Angkor.

Entrance fees for the temples of Angkor

Tickets are valid for all the temples in the archaeological park including Angkor Wat. The price is not cheap: A day ticket is 20$, a 3-day ticket is 40$ and 7-day ticket is 60$.

Tips for visiting Angkor Wat

Many traveler don't wanna miss the sunrise at Angkor Wat. the atmosphere is breathtaking at this time. However, in the early morning hours is the biggest crowd at the temples, it becomes more relaxed in the afternoon and in the evening.

Already from the outside is Angkor Wat magnificently. The interior of the temple can be visited as well. Please note that shoulders and knee-covering clothing should be worn. In short clothes it is not allowed to enter the holy temple.

Be sure you bring your camera and a large memory card, many visitors are enthusiastic and make dozens of photos while visiting Angkor Wat.

Other interesting temples in Angkor:

Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm is also called "jungle temple", giant trees have wrapped around the temple and on the walls, this atmosphere makes the temple so popular. Use as a film set in a "Lara Croft" movie has brought Ta Prohm the nickname "Tomb Raider Temple".

Bayon

Bayon

Bayon is an architecturally unique temple in the former Khmer capital of Angkor Thom, he is known for huge stone faces that act brilliantly.

Secret and quiet gate of Angkor Thom

Angkor Thom

Koh Ker

Besides the temples above, there are many other interesting temples such as Ta Keo, Baphuon, Preah Khan and Banteay Kdei. You should align your time to how many temples do you want to see.

Getting around in Angkor

For the visit to the temple, most visitors choose to take a tuk tuk (motorcycle rickshaw) to rent for a whole day. The driver will take you to the desired temples and waits until you've completed the tour. Alternatively and more environmentally friendly you can also rent a bicycle.

If you wanna know about the history of Angkor, it is recommended to hire a temple guide. He will provide you during your visit with many interesting facts. Official Guides can be identified by a yellow shirt.